New Jersey Governor's Race: Democrat Mikie Sherrill Ekes Out Victory Over Jack Ciattarelli in Tight Contest
In a closely contested governor's race, Democrat Mikie Sherrill has emerged as the winner of New Jersey's election, according to CBS News projections. Sherrill, a U.S. Representative and former Naval helicopter pilot, defeated Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli by a narrow margin.
The campaign between the two candidates took a personal turn at times, with Ciattarelli threatening to sue Sherrill over claims she made about his business in their second debate. In September, a branch of the National Archives released Sherrill's mostly unredacted military records, which included her social security number, sparking controversy.
The election was marked by high stakes, particularly when it came to affordability. Both candidates emphasized the need to address high property taxes, with Sherrill pledging to increase the first-time home buyers' program and make housing more accessible for families. Ciattarelli, on the other hand, positioned himself as a conservative alternative, despite receiving endorsements from President Trump.
Sherrill's campaign was bolstered by appearances by former President Barack Obama and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro in the final days of the campaign. Meanwhile, Ad Impact projected that ad spending on the race would total around $140 million, one of the most expensive governor's races in U.S. history.
Throughout her campaign, Sherrill highlighted her unique blend of military experience and legislative background, touting herself as a pragmatist who could bring people together to address New Jersey's challenges. As a mom of four, she emphasized her commitment to creating opportunities for families.
With the election now over, Governor Phil Murphy, a Democrat term-limited from the position, will be succeeded by Sherrill. The Democratic victory comes in an off-year election, where voter turnout and enthusiasm were seen as crucial factors in determining the outcome.
In a closely contested governor's race, Democrat Mikie Sherrill has emerged as the winner of New Jersey's election, according to CBS News projections. Sherrill, a U.S. Representative and former Naval helicopter pilot, defeated Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli by a narrow margin.
The campaign between the two candidates took a personal turn at times, with Ciattarelli threatening to sue Sherrill over claims she made about his business in their second debate. In September, a branch of the National Archives released Sherrill's mostly unredacted military records, which included her social security number, sparking controversy.
The election was marked by high stakes, particularly when it came to affordability. Both candidates emphasized the need to address high property taxes, with Sherrill pledging to increase the first-time home buyers' program and make housing more accessible for families. Ciattarelli, on the other hand, positioned himself as a conservative alternative, despite receiving endorsements from President Trump.
Sherrill's campaign was bolstered by appearances by former President Barack Obama and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro in the final days of the campaign. Meanwhile, Ad Impact projected that ad spending on the race would total around $140 million, one of the most expensive governor's races in U.S. history.
Throughout her campaign, Sherrill highlighted her unique blend of military experience and legislative background, touting herself as a pragmatist who could bring people together to address New Jersey's challenges. As a mom of four, she emphasized her commitment to creating opportunities for families.
With the election now over, Governor Phil Murphy, a Democrat term-limited from the position, will be succeeded by Sherrill. The Democratic victory comes in an off-year election, where voter turnout and enthusiasm were seen as crucial factors in determining the outcome.
I'm kinda surprised Sherrill won, she didn't seem that strong on the debate stage 
and Ciattarelli's ads seemed to really resonate with people 
. But at the same time, Sherrill's got some serious street cred as a military vet and mom of four 
. And let's be real, Obama came out swinging for her in the final days of the campaign 
- that says something! 
. Meanwhile, Jack Ciattarelli's campaign took on a more personal tone at times, which might not have resonated as much with voters who are looking for practical solutions to their problems 
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), I have to admire Mikie Sherrill's emphasis on family-friendly policies and her unique blend of military experience and legislative background 
. She comes across as someone who truly understands what's at stake for New Jersey families, and that's something that resonated with voters in a big way 
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! i can imagine how stressful this campaign must've been for her, with those leaked military records and Ciattarelli's lawsuit threats 
. but she stayed strong and focused on what matters most - affordable housing and creating opportunities for families 
! i'm sure this is a huge relief for all the families in NJ who were worried about property taxes 
I'm also loving how she highlighted her commitment to being a pragmatist who can bring people together... that kind of leadership is exactly what we need right now. Now, about that money spent on ads... $140 million is CRAZY! Can you imagine the impact those kinds of funds could've had if it was used for actual policy changes instead? 
. It's like she had the best of both worlds! And let's be real, having Obama and Shapiro pop up in her campaign must've given her a major boost 
. I'm stoked for NJ too, they're gonna need someone who's all about creating opportunities for families - seems like that's what Sherrill is all about 
I'm not surprised that Mikie Sherrill won - she seems like a super relatable candidate who really knows what's going on in NJ 
I remember when Barack Obama used to campaign for Dem candidates back in the day, and now he's out there supporting other Dems like his friend Josh Shapiro too! 
️. I was a bit worried about the whole NSA thing tho... what if her SSN got leaked again? 
But anywayz, she's gonna be a great governor for New Jersey! 
. While Sherrill's pragmatic approach resonated with many voters, Ciattarelli's emphasis on conservative values tapped into a strong segment of the electorate 
. The controversy surrounding Sherrill's military records added an intriguing layer to her campaign 
. It highlights how candidates' backgrounds can become a double-edged sword in politics 
. As we look ahead to the next Governor of New Jersey, it will be interesting to see how Sherrill navigates the state's complex issues and fosters unity among its diverse communities 
. But at the same time, I gotta give props to Jack Ciattarelli for not backing down on his claims about Sherrill's business dealings. That kind of tenacity is rare in politics 
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. I mean, who expects a naval helicopter pilot to run for governor? But she crushed it! 
. And with all that Ad Impact money spent on the campaign, you knew it was gonna be a wild ride 
. I'm hyped for Sherrill to take over as governor and make housing more accessible for families 
i feel like this whole campaign was just one big tv special or something... all these fancy debates and big-name endorsements... anyway, sherrill's message about affordable housing felt so familiar... it's like we've been hearing the same thing from democrats for years... still, gotta give her props for running a good campaign 
anyway, gotta give props to Sherrill for bringin the heat 
and now we get to see how she'll shake things up in Trenton 
fingers crossed!
It's clear that she had some serious firepower behind her.
. I mean, she's just another politician who promises to do more of the same thing... with a few buzzwords thrown in to sound cool 
. And don't even get me started on how overhyped the whole "pragmatist" thing is 
. Can't we have someone who actually shakes things up for once? I'm still reeling from the fact that Jack Ciattarelli got so trampled underfoot 
. It's like the system is just rigged against anyone who dares to challenge the status quo 
. And now Mikie gets to reap the benefits of being a corporate-backed darling... joy 
. Now, let's see how she'll work with Murphy 
... and who needs $140 million on ads when you can have affordable housing 
anyway, i'm hoping sherrill can bring some real change to NJ without just being another politician who's all about partisan politics 
she was like super nervous during debates but managed to hold it together 
i mean, Ciattarelli was all about being a conservative alternative but ppl seem to have liked Sherrill's pragmatic approach